Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 30 | 22 | 34 | 116 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 20 | 28 | 30 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Suns 116-113. The Suns had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.